The arrival of new head coach DeMeco Ryans, an elite defensive strategist with an ultra-successful background as a Pro Bowl linebacker and defensive coordinator of the NFL’s top-ranked defense, is creating excitement inside the Texans’ locker room.

Derrick Henry busted through an arm tackle attempt from defensive tackle Thomas Booker, loped past safety Jalen Pitre when he whiffed as he dove at his cleats and accelerated away from defensive backs Tavierre Thomas and Desmond King on his pathway to the end zone.

The Texans are seriously banged up heading into Sunday’s home game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

As the Texans began practice Wednesday morning, their new running back wasn’t with his teammates on their indoor field.

Texans starting defensive end Jon Greenard is being placed on injured reserve, according to league sources.

Texans starting defensive end Jon Greenard is being placed on injured reserve, according to league sources.

Texans starting defensive end Jon Greenard has been ruled out for the second consecutive game.

Texans veteran wide receiver Chris Moore returned to practice Thursday morning, participating fully after missing a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars due to a hip injury.

Veteran defensive end Mario Addison is active against the Jacksonville Jaguars after being activated to the 53-man roster from injured reserve-designated for return.

Texans defensive end Jon Greenard busted into the Denver Broncos’ backfield, a man not fooled by fakes as he reacted confidently by delivering a blow to the blockers assigned to him to wreck the play.

In a blur of movement, Texans middle linebacker Christian Kirksey shot through a huge gap in the Los Angeles Rams’ offensive line.